Paraeducator - Resource Program and Academic - Kindergarten

Position Type:
Para Educator (School Aide)

Date Posted: 2/5/2026

Location:

Lake Dolloff Elementary

Hours per Day: 6 hours per day; 3 hours RSP and 3 hours ADK; $25.88 to $28.55 DOE

Days of the Week:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Shift Times: 9:10-3:55 M-Th; 9:10-2:55 F

Days per Year: 180

Position Summary: Resource Support Programs (RSP) are provided to students with identified disabilities who demonstrate an increased need in one or more academic domains. The Para educator’s duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one‑on‑one to small group instructional activities, under the supervision of the certificated teacher/specialist. Other duties will include assisting with a variety of clerical tasks and the supervision of students assigned.

• Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
• When trained, assist the teacher in administering special instructional and/or behavioral programs.
• Communicate and work with related resource personnel.
• Supervise students in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Plan daily/weekly with teachers and other staff members serving the same students.
• Assist students and teachers with record keeping.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with other building/district staff members.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with parents.
• Discuss information pertaining to students with the teacher or other appropriate staff within the building.
• Inform the advising teacher of any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Give positive reinforcement to students during the school day.
• Assist with room maintenance and control of books and equipment.
• Assist substitute teachers with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Assist with supervision of scholars during lunch, recess, and transitional periods.
• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Annually attend 4-5 district trainings regarding academic support.
• Work collaboratively with district staff and promote teamwork with co‑workers.

Position Summary: This position supports kindergarten scholars in literacy and mathematics and is under the direction of the certificated kindergarten teacher. The employee will assist with a variety of instructional tasks and supervision of scholars. The major aspect of the para educator’s duties will include assisting students with reading, mathematics, and other academic support, ranging from one‑on‑one to small group activities.

• Under the direction of the certificated teacher, assist students with meeting their academic goals/objectives.
• Facilitate one‑on‑one and small group learning to support literacy and numeracy.
• Collaborate with certificated staff around scholar learning goals.
• Maintain and share accurate records of scholar learning and progress toward goals.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students and staff.
• Assist the teacher in preparing the classroom for academics.
• Report and direct any questions or concerns made by parents or support staff to the immediate supervisor.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Assist with supervision of scholars during lunch, recess, and transitional periods.

• Assist substitute teachers with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• And one of the following:
  • AA degree
  • 48 College‑Level Semester Credits
  • 72 College‑Level Quarter Credits
  • Pass the state‑approved Para Pro Assessment

• Proficient in basic spelling, math, and grammar skills.
• Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment.

• Experience working with students with disabilities.
• Training in early childhood education.
• Training in literacy.
• Experience working with students in early learning.

• Pass a criminal background check.
• Complete the district’s para educator core…